STYLE | Interview
The legal professional Hannah Lisseter
Hannah Lisseter is the perfect example of juggling family life with a high profile career
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espite having two young children, the Senior Associate Solicitor has found a way to compress her hours, so she can fulfill
her career aspirations, while enjoying a balanced home life.
Hannah decided at a young age that she wanted to be a solicitor, since it was pointed out the career choice rhymed perfectly with her name. She studied for a law degree at university, before spending some time working in a bank while completing her postgraduate qualifications through distance learning.
Hannah worked her way up to Head of the Family Department at a local law firm, before moving over to Glanvilles Damant to focus on adult protection work. Despite being primarily based in the office, Hannah visits clients at home, in hospital, the hospice and care homes. When she’s not dashing around the Isle of Wight for work, she’s ferrying her two daughters, aged
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four and six, to school and various clubs. Despite considering her average week to be pretty hectic, Hannah still manages to find time to volunteer for Island based charities and community groups.
“My family and friends are a fabulous support,” says Hannah. “I couldn’t do what I do without them.”
with ME a few years ago but have worked hard to get my health back. Finding a work-life balance is the most important thing to me.”
Hannah loves to spend quality time with her children, exploring the cycle paths of the Isle of Wight, and relaxes by playing board games with the family. Her favourite spot on the Island
“Finding a work-life balance is the most important thing to me.”
“I’m inspired by Carrie Morrison. She was the first woman to be admitted as a solicitor in England in 1922. If it wasn’t for her and women like her I may not be in the position I am now. I am proud of my work achievements, having recently been promoted to director. But my greatest achievement is my children.”
Hannah tells us how important it is to her to stay healthy: “I was diagnosed
is Shanklin Beach: “On a sunny day in the middle of summer, watching the kids playing, I can’t imagine wanting to be anywhere else!”
“My advice for young people wanting to go into law is to work hard. It is tough, but if you are determined, you will make your own opportunities.”
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